How Tennessee Football Plans to Defend Florida Quarterbacks Graham Mertz, DJ Lagway
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Can the Tennessee football defense handle the dual threat of Florida's quarterbacks, Graham Mertz and DJ Lagway, this weekend? As the Volunteers prepare for a crucial matchup, the spotlight is on their ability to adapt and overcome recent challenges in the college football landscape.

This episode breaks down Tennessee's defensive performance against Arkansas, highlighting areas of concern like chunk plays, while also addressing offensive struggles with pass protection and penalties. The discussion previews Florida's gameplan, emphasizing the importance of bouncing back after the Arkansas loss. Key figures such as Mertz and Lagway are analyzed, offering insights into Tennessee's strategy and potential adjustments.

Join us for an engaging analysis of the Tennessee Volunteers' path to redemption and discover how they plan to tackle Florida's offense.

0:00 Struggles in Pass Protection3:03 Tennessee's Missed Opportunity Against Arkansas14:11 Arkansas' Defensive Impact15:43 Defending the Two-Quarterback System of Florida 19:57 Tennessee's Offensive Challenges21:36 Tennessee's Clock Management Blunder (Josh Heupel) 23:02 Emerging Talent in Tennessee's Wide Receiver Corps26:51 Florida's Momentum and Challenges

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